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JEFFREY ALAN MARKSThe story behind his new Point Dume™ Lighting Collection with Progress Lighting / 40
PLUS SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT ON THREE PROGRESS LIGHTING PRODUCT DESIGNERS AND THEIR FAVORITE TRENDS
QUICK BULB TIPSLearn from the expert, Chris Primous, of MaxLite® / 50
THE INTERVIEWCatch up with Interior Designer, Amie Freling-Brown of Meme Hill Studio / 52
NEW HOME TRENDSKeep current with our Winter 2019 Trend Report / 60
TIPS & TRENDS FOR LIGHTING SOLUTIONS
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TurnburyP5317-141$218.24 USD MSRP
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Susan Wilson Interiors - Featuring Stephen Alexander Homes
ALL FOUR PENDANTS FOR LESS THAN
$900TOTAL
TO SEE THE ENTIRE HOME LIGHTING SOLUTION BY SUSAN WILSON AND STEPHEN ALEXANDER HOMES, VISITPROGRESSLIGHTING.COM/STARHOMES
As I sat down to draft this edition’s letter from the editor, I began to reflect all that has taken place in 2018. And that’s when it happened. All the moments from this past year just came flooding to the forefront. Some of the moments I hadn’t envisioned. Those were the ones that took me by surprise. And then there were those that happened exactly as if I had peered into a crystal ball.
Here’s to Illuminating the Moments in this issue of Experience Progress.
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FROM theEDITOR
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Our Inaugural Guest Designer—Didn’t see this moment coming! Who would have thought we would be kicking off 2019 with the southern California based interior designer, Jeffrey Alan Marks? To read the Making of the Point Dume collection, turn to page 40.
The New American Remodeled Home 2018—Yeah, I knew this moment. Located just outside of Orlando, check out on page 18 how an 80-year-old home is transformed into a showpiece.
Interview with Amie Freling-Brown—Hoped for this moment.We’ve been following Amie Freling-Brown of Meme Hill since 2016 and have been one of her biggest fans socially. In this interview, we got to learn about her big moments. Read it now on page 52.
The Many Facets of Luxury—Yeah, I knew this moment.Lighting can transform a space like no other design element. In this article, we share our newest collections that span different styles – giving endless options and creative freedom. See page 26.
Thank you for taking the time to browse this edition of Experience Progress. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we did creating it.
Illuminate the Moments,
Jennifer Kis DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
COMMUNICATIONS
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TurnburyP5317-141$218.24 USD MSRP
STATEMENTPENDANTSWITHIN BUDGET
Imag
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hen Alexand
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This lighting came in under
budget, which allowed the client
to add upgraded features to
customize their kitchen!”
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Susan Wilson Interiors - Featuring Stephen Alexander Homes
ALL FOUR PENDANTS FOR LESS THAN
$900TOTAL
TO SEE THE ENTIRE HOME LIGHTING SOLUTION BY SUSAN WILSON AND STEPHEN ALEXANDER HOMES, VISITPROGRESSLIGHTING.COM/STARHOMES
ELEVATE YOUR ENTRYWAY / 4
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS FOR SAVING ENERGY IN YOUR HOME / 16
WINTER TIP: SAVING ENERGY WITH CEILING FANS / 24
QUICK TIPS WITH CHRIS PRIMOUS / 50
In This Issue
VOLUME 05
Upscale Your Home With Under Cabinet Lights.
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COVER STORY
THE MANY FACETS OF LUXURY
California’s
Jeffrey Alan Marks Shines As Progress Lighting’s Inaugural Guest Designer
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As the first guest designer, Jeffrey Alan Marks (JAM) brings an innate love of “light and lighting” to the launch.
Explore the casual-luxe home using rustic-chic Progress Lighting.
Arthur Rutenberg Keystone Profile
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PRODUCT DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT
Insight from three Progress team members who turn inspired ideas into the on-trend, stylish fixtures that decorate your home.
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New Home Trends On The Horizon
Designer Amie Freling-Brown shares her story to becoming a creative force in design.
Get familiar with this season’s winter trends from the traditional Farmhouse Chic to a daring Black and Gold.
INTERVIEW WITH
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Your EntrywayDesigner-Inspired Decorating Ideas To Try
First impressions are lasting, which is why it’s important to greet your guests with a statement-making space as soon as they enter your home.
ElevateFirst Impressions
In fact, a cluttered, poorly lit entryway can greatly affect the perceived value of the rest of your home. Warmly welcome friends and family by installing lighting that will not only illuminate the space effectively—but also, further the design of your home.
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Beyond lighting, here are a few additional tips from Sara Bechtold, Director of Merchandising, at Richmond American Homes!
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A new rug is a great way to make a big impact
fast. This is a great opportunity to experiment
with a color with little commitment.
Think about your storage needs and look
for beautiful console tables, armoires and
benches that work with your décor.
Point Dume™
Yerba Pendant
Desiree
Pendant Cluster
Here are a few of our favorites:
An inverted pendant, a statement
pendant grouping or a sophisticated
oversized chandelier can be a perfect
addition to any entryway.
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Add one statement piece, such
as a piece of art, a chandelier or
piece of furniture as a focal point.
Finally, Sara adds, during the winter, if you’re
in a cold climate and you’re trying to wrangle
all those hats, scarves and gloves, purchase
some stylish lidded baskets to house the
clutter and add fresh accessories to the space.
Small touches such as fresh
flowers, an attractive tray for
keys and an entry rug can add
style to the space.
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Our Faves
PROGRESS LIGHTING’S
PRODUCT DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT
As Progress Lighting continues to introduce beautiful fixture families that enhance a variety of lifestyles for the home, have you ever wondered which ones are favorites among our in-house product designers?
We’re excited to share insight from three team members who turn inspired ideas into the on-trend, stylish fixtures that decorate your home.
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JAMES THOMAS “This mid-century inspired design features a rotating
center column to allow for user customization.
The arms can be folded out at equal angles to
create a typical round chandelier form, or can be
oriented in more of a linear configuration.”
“The exposed bulbs are part of the design, so the
fixture takes on a different look with clear globes,
tubular lamps, or vintage style bulbs.”
Geometric Accents
Throw Blanket
Throw pillows are like jewelry for a room and can be statement pieces or classic every day pieces... you decide, but that is the best part!
TRY THESE ACCESSORIES!
Modern Sofa Vintage Clock
Ceramic Vases
Patchwork Chair
Calder Ten-Light Chandelier
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DAN MCGINTY “I love the nautical feeling of Chronicle.
The clear seeded glass and simple accent
finish give it a nice vintage flair. I have
several of these in my home.”
Wooden Round Dining Table
Mid-Century Buffet
Rugs are like soft cozy artwork for the floor! A great rug, whether patterned or solid is perfect for pulling an entire room together.
ChronicleOne Light Pendant
Our Faves
Gold Mirror Ceramic DishRattan Tray Snake Plant
Jungle Wallpaper
Pink Velvet is luxurious in itself, but then add the curvy and carved details of this vintage chair and you have perfection. Comfort and style in one statement piece.
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CookwareKilim Ottoman Wooden Utensils
Fiddle Leaf in Basket
Area Rug
ELIZA ALKIRE “I like the mix of the modern and traditional
styles with this collection. The modern
elements come from the overall form, and
the traditional elements come from the gold
and marble finishes. Mixed materials are very
popular right now, so the combination of the
marble and metallic tones are really nice.”
“The chandeliers almost remind me of
something you would see in renaissance
revival fixtures (from the late 1860s) because
of the substantial presence of the fixture – but
these are a modern take that would fit in with
many different interior styles.”
Palacio Five-Light Chandelier
Character pieces, like this vintage leather sofa, adds texture and interest to your space while also serving as a functional, soft place to land.Leather Sofa
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ARTHUR RUTENBERG KEYSTONE PROFILE
The interior design team at Arthur Rutenberg Homes is in constant motion:
Choose lighting as a final flourish. “I make my
furnishing selections first, and when I’ve done my
hard surfaces, then I pick my lighting,” Angie says.
Everything in the room—cabinet and drapery
hardware, the metal of barstools, nailheads on
a sofa—will then inform your light selection.
We asked Angie how she employs her good taste when it comes to lighting design:
DEBUT COLLECTION
Keystone Profile
Because the company builds homes in nine different states across the Southeast and Midwest, each development requires a design approach that’s appropriate to its locale. Progress Lighting, a longtime ARH partner, offers a breadth of styles to meet the need, says Patti Guthrie, vice president for its interiors division. “What I like about Progress is they try to stay up with what’s happening in the market,” she says.
In Greensboro, Georgia—a lakeside community about an hour east of Atlanta—ARH designer, Angie Thomas, knew exactly what style she was looking for. “This home is in Georgia on this gorgeous lake, so I thought, ‘lakefront luxury,’ organic—more of a weekend getaway home. A fun, casual-luxe space.” That story, as Angie describes it, established the direction for every selection she made, with rustic-chic fixtures from Progress Lighting to top it all off.
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Great ExpectationsThe great room sets an immediate tone as it soars
over the open space between the front door and the rear balcony. The Fifteen Light Debut Collection
Chandelier crowns this space, its graphite finish and seeded-glass shades imparting a rustic, vintage
feel. “It needed to be substantial in this space, with those vaulted ceilings and the timber beams,” Angie
says. With such strong lines in the architecture, she adds, “This is a little bit softer with the circles—they balance each other out.”
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A Breath of Fresh AirAngie chose furnishings on light frames with pale upholstery as to balance the heavy woodwork and monumental hearth in the outdoor kitchen and living room. The same is true with the Barnett Hanging Lanterns over the dining table with their slim, antique-bronze frames. The brass hoops are an elegant flourish on top—in line with the mixed metals Angie employed throughout the home.
For an open-plan layout where multiple light
fixtures are visible at once, start with pictures.
Place those images on the floor plan to make
sure the styles work together. They can’t
fight each other.
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Mixed metals are a big trend, both in interior
design and lighting. I think mixed metals are
very important now. Every kind of metal is out
there. Too much gold, too much black, too
much silver in a space is too much!
SPATIAL COLLECTION
Balancing ActThe kitchen and dining area are framed under a curving,
barrel-vaulted ceiling that’s paneled in soft, gray-washed wood—a delicate counterbalance to the great room’s
heavy timbers and a stone hearth. The Spatial Four-Light pendants are an airy complement to this lighter
space, Angie says. “I like the openness of them. They don’t block the view. I like the transparency of these
in the kitchen. It’s not a visual stopping point.”
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Crisp and CleanThe master bathroom may be the most formal
space in the house, Angie notes—a chic retreat to wash away your troubles. That’s why she chose
the shimmery Status Collection One-Light Bath & Vanity sconces, whose glass accents magnify the light
shining through within tailored linen shades.
Game TimeThis airy recreation room will see lots of nighttime action with its billiard table, flat-screen TV, bar, and games table. The Era pendants over the bar, with their industrial vibe and warm golden glow, add edge to the mix with the Astra Eight-Light chandelier; they’re Angie’s favorite fixtures in the entire home. “They’re fun and funky and modern, and a little more dramatic,” she says.
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Great EscapeThe master bedroom is a softer interpretation
of the Keystone’s “Lakefront Luxe” design, Angie says, and the burnished glow of the Spicewood Six-
Light Chandelier, with its curvy quatrefoil frame, is a beautiful way to top it off. “It’s nice and warm,” she
says. “I like the materials against the weathered-wood ceiling, and it brings out the warm wood finish of the
nightstands and dresser.”
Beyond decorative features such as chandeliers,
pendants or sconces, evaluate your ambient-
lighting needs with regard to recessed lighting.
Cove lighting works well in master bedrooms and
dining rooms, while strategically placed spots
can add to the room’s mood and even highlight
art on the walls.
SPICEWOOD COLLECTION
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New Year’s Resolutions for Saving Energy in Your Home
PECEM-30
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LED Step LightsLED step lights are versatile for
a variety of design applications.
Additionally, they offer low
maintenance and energy savings
benefits because of the LED source.
Products by Progress Lighting that can contribute to your NYE Energy Saving Resolution!
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Waystar™ 90-Minute Emergency LightProgress Lighting’s 90-minute emergency light
offers quality and value with a compact and
attractive LED based emergency light including
4 LED lamps, each as individual, adjustable optic
assemblies, consuming 1 watt each during operation.
Landscape LightingSpread lights are ideal for
lighting walkways to reduce
trips and falls after dark while
featuring a highly efficient LED
source and uses only 1.5 watts
input power.
Home lighting can have a profound effect on quality of life—and as the New Year begins, we challenge you to consider making less of an impact on your energy bill by resolving to save more energy in your own home!
Here are some of the many LED products that you can integrate throughout your home.
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P8022 and Recessed LED OptionsThe all-in-one P8022 surface mount unites
performance, cost and safety benefits for an
innovative LED solution unlike any other on the
market. The fixture boasts an output comparable
to a 100W incandescent lamp with 1070 lumens,
17W input power, and 42,000 hours of life.
Fresnel LED
Featuring a nautical-inspired Fresnel glass lens,
this new LED collection showcases industrial
roots in form and function. Brushed Nickel, Oil
Rubbed Bronze and Polished Chrome finish
options available for pendant, mini pendant and
flush mount fixtures in the popular family.
LED Prismatic PendantsNot only do pendants add design versatility and
visual appeal, the LED Prismatic pendants are
fitted with an efficient 120V AC Replaceable
LED module that boasts 623 lumens and 60,000
hours of life. The efficient LED source emits
almost no heat to prevent the risk of burns.
LED UndercabinetUse an undercabinet fixture with
an LED source to add beneficial
task lighting to kitchen workspaces,
while eliminating glare.
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Located just outside of downtown Orlando,
The New American Remodeled Home 2018 demonstrates the countless possibilities for a
1930s home to be completely transformed—with
the help of the newest construction techniques,
the latest products and high quality furnishings.
Naturally, The New American Remodeled Home
also features the most beautiful lighting fixtures
available for today’s residential design projects—
provided by Progress Lighting!
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A variety of textures and natural elements, such as
exposed wood beams and brick walls, preserve the
historical integrity of the home. Statement-making
lighting fixtures with dual tones and exposed
lamps update the impressive features of this home.
For example, Progress Lighting’s Whisp and Westfall
collections work perfectly together to highlight this
open living space from a variety of angles.
Natural
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While this two-story, traditional style home
underwent a comprehensive renovation to update
aesthetics, comfort and efficiency, it was able to
maintain much of its original design. The home
effectively balances formal and informal settings,
while keeping its warmth and charm with subtle
neo-classical elements.
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texture.
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“The Gallery space seemed to be a hot topic. It is
a connection in the house between the “old and
new.” The floor’s “X” design is repeated in the
ceiling details and fixtures from the Cherish
collection help to draw the eye upward. The subtle
design of the pendants add an unexpected focal
point to the room,” Grant Gribble, FASID, IIDA,
of Gribble interior Group.
As a whole, lighting was a key element with both
the interior and exterior of The New American
Remodeled Home. It helped to provide a unifying
factor of not only function, but also aesthetic.
Recessed lighting accentuated the traditional
historic significance of the home, and allowed
for general ambient lighting, while the decorative
fixtures added the jewelry to the home.
Dining room setting features a pair of Allaire chandeliers. Status and Bonita collections shown in the master bath suite.
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unexpected.
“It was an honor to be involved in this
project,” said Grant Gribble, FASID, IIDA,
of Gribble Interior Group. “I believe we
created a home that pays homage to the
past, yet incorporates today’s technologies
and conveniences. The goal was to be
“on trend” while never being too “trendy.”
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When heat waves are occurring across the nation,
it’s not too much of a stretch to imagine many
homes with ceiling fans operating at full speed. But
what about when frigid temperatures hit? Does your
ceiling fan remain dormant during winter weather?
Winter Tip: Reverse Ceiling Fan Direction to Save Energy
Ceiling fans can be used in both the winter and
summer months. Simply select a fan with reversible
blades for the option to circulate cool or warm air.
According to Steve Register, Ceiling Fan Product Manager for Progress Lighting, the ceiling fan has been reinvented into a style-driven accessory, without losing its function.
Winter Tip
“The original functionality of a ceiling fan remains to ensure homeowners are comfortable year round,” said Register. “However, today’s ceiling fans also contribute to a variety of different design trends by incorporating beautiful features, such as hand-carved blades, sleek finishes and natural elements.”
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CHOOSE YOUR FEATURES:
There are many different features to choose from when browsing ceiling fans. For example:
To save energy, consider an ENERGY STAR®
rated fixture for your green design goals.
For a layered lighting design, complete a
room’s lighting plan by installing a light kit
or selecting a fan with a pre-installed fixture.
Finally, full range dimming and full function
remote control capabilities are available to
offer an added convenience in controlling a
room’s environment.
Most fans come with a switch at the mounting base. Turn the switch so your fan rotates clockwise in the
winter and then switch it back to counter clockwise
in the summer.
The reason for turning it clockwise is that your fan
will draw up the cold air that naturally settles on
the floor, bring it up to the ceiling where warm air
rises, and then push the warm air back downward
for a well circulated room.
To view Progress Lighting’s ceiling fan offering, visit progresslighting.com/ceiling-fans
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THE MANY FACETS OF LUXURY
Lighting can transform a space like no other design element. Our newest collections span different styles—giving endless options and creative freedom.
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BLAKELY SINCLAIRE ORRIZO
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MODERN LUXURY
ADAGIO
Celebrate geometric forms and alluring
intrigue. Create grand gestures and sweeping
statements with a mixture of lighting fixtures
that glimmer and shine. Metal accents, airy
designs and artful arrangements are featured
in collections, such as Orrizo, Adagio, Sinclaire
and Blakely. These fixtures all pair together
perfectly because of the clean lines and
fashion-forward designs featured in each.
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Set the mood with a display of substantial style.
Gresham’s frame was inspired by the elegance
of traditional iron structures. Specific attention
to forging details creates a distinctive collection
to highlight rustic-inspired spaces. Morrison
and Fontayne complete the lighting design with
complementary forms.
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POINT DUME™
LATIGO BAY
POINT DUME™
ROCKDANCE
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Point Dume™ collection by Jeffrey Alan Marks,
celebrates a curated mix of yesterday and
today, distilling both industrial and artisanal
influences. It is inspired by one of Jeffrey’s
favorite places, Point Dume, California.
The timeless Latigo Bay wall sconce hugs the
wall with a simple lined Mercury glass back
and an articulated curved metal shade. The
Rockdance pendant is gracefully fashioned from
unique glass, hook elements, and handsome
leather strapping.
COASTAL VIBES
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STRATHAM STRATHAM CARRIAGE HILL
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Enhance any space with artful angles and
opulent accents. Soft metal tones, fabric shades
and a soothing color palette create an oasis
from everyday stress and responsibilities in this
traditional luxury bath area. With a glamorous
and modern appeal, Carriage Hill’s hexagonal
shape complements Stratham’s signature string
of alternating beads. Large in scale, this space
showcases a stunning display of attention to detail.
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DESIGN TIPS
Under cabinet lighting is both a practical and elegant lighting solution. Ideal for use in kitchens, home offices and bathrooms, under cabinet lights add a soft ambiance and romantic feel to rooms. These lights are also very functional additions for turning countertops and desks into usable workspaces.
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Under cabinet lights are most often attached to wall-mount upper cabinets. However, these lights can also be used for above cabinet lighting to create a fresh ambiance and add visual intrigue. Under cabinet lighting is either battery operated
or wired—with the lamps, plugs and wiring installed to be hidden from view. These lights feature a low-profile design to be easily concealed by a cabinet’s molding.
ABOVE CABINETS
UNDER WALL-MOUNT UPPER CABINETS
INSIDE CABINET NICHE
ALONG BASE CABINETS
There are several ways to go about lighting under cabinets.
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Puck Lights
TYPES OF
Under cabinet puck lights are small circular disks that can be installed individually, or in a pack that is wired together. Use to illuminate key shelves or decorative pieces.
Under cabinet lighting is an easy way to incorporate LED technology into your home. Not only is it easy to find cost-effective options for this application, LEDs operate at a much cooler temperature, making them a good fit for warm areas, such as the kitchen. Additionally, LEDs are a smart solution for energy saving benefits, as the lamp itself can last for nearly two decades, largely reducing maintenance inconveniences.
Under Cabinets
LED Options
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Tape Lights
Linear Lights
LED tape lights are most often sold on a roll in
various lengths. The strip can be cut to fit a specific
width. Progress Lighting’s LED tape light offers
a low profile to aid in task lighting for kitchens
and other areas within the home. The low-voltage
energy-efficient LED tape can be lengthened with
a 6” connector cable or 90-degree connector.
Linear lights are rectangular lights that are complete with the light, wiring and on and off switch – all in one unit. Progress Lighting offers a series of LED under cabinet lights in this setup, available in a variety of colors and sizes for differing applications.
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Jeffrey Alan Marks
For Southern California based interior designer Jeffrey Alan Marks, lighting was the most natural choice for his next collaboration. Light plays a restorative role in his life and is an essential element in his design projects. Read here for a look inside Jeffrey’s inspiration and experience collaborating with Progress Lighting.
Making of the
P O I N T D U M E
A Collaboration with Jeffrey Alan Marks
C O L L E C T I O N –
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“I translated the light and shimmer of the surf into glass and the weathered terrain of Point Dume into brushed and galvanized metals.”
Jeffrey Alan Marks
We understand one of your favorite places, Point
Dume, California inspired your first collection with
Progress Lighting. Tell us how you translated such a
meaningful place into your lighting designs.
I was raised on the West coast and live there today so the natural beauty of California inspires all my design work, whether it be furniture design, textiles or lighting.
For this collection, I focused on the raw strength and captivating beauty of the landscape through the finishes and materials. I translated the light and shimmer of the surf into glass and the weathered terrain of Point Dume into brushed and galvanized metals. I interpreted the resilient sandy shore into textures such as woven materials, rope and leather.
What first intrigued you about venturing into the
lighting category?
I believe lighting can be an art form. It is complex. Lighting is expected to be so many things at once—essential, decorative, purposeful and beautiful. I wanted the physical details to translate into timeless designs that were artful and natural.Initial hand drawings of Point Dume™ fixtures.
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Featuring Point Dume™ Surfrider pendants.
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“I wanted the physical details to translate into timeless designs that were artful and natural.”
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Featuring Point Dume™ Wandermere chandelier and Point Dume™ Onshore wall bracket.
Jeffrey Alan Marks
“Design Series is meant to appeal to interior designers as well as consumers who are passionate about design. ”
Featuring Point Dume™ Yerba pendant.
What was the design process like for you?
Progress Lighting is a remarkable 100-year-old company – they not only helped me realize my vision but did so much to educate me and guide the process. The Progress team embraced the aesthetic direction and brought their exceptional level of technological expertise and innovation to the project. Design Series™ is meant to appeal to interior designers as well as consumers who are passionate about design. Reaching that community through lighting was so interesting to me.
I knew when I met the development team at Progress that they would go that extra mile to develop lighting that was beautiful, functional and would truly help interior designers and consumers find a new lighting resource for their projects. I am honored to have been chosen as the first guest designer for Progress’s Design Series.
Featuring Point Dume™ Surfrider pendants.
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Featuring Point Dume™ Latigo Bay wall sconce.
JEFFREY ALAN MARKS
Jeffrey Alan Marks’ designs are infused with
fresh informality, good nature and playful charm.
Recognized as one of today’s most influential
American designers, this California talent
captures each client’s personality to create
timeless and livable interiors. For over 20 years,
his classic and tailored interiors have stood apart,
layered with personality, color and charm.
His collaborations with leading home furnishings
brands for furniture, fabric, rugs, lighting and
bedding have broadened his design impact.
Jeffrey’s work can also be enjoyed in his book,
The Meaning of Home (Rizzoli), and he has been
honored to be named to Elle Décor’s A-List of
top design talent for multiple years.
PROGRESS LIGHTING’S DESIGN SERIES™
Through the innovative Design Series collection,
Progress Lighting highlights high-end materials
and luxurious details among hundreds of
hand-selected designs for interior and exterior
applications. The collection is expanding once
a year—to provide endless reasons to try new
finish combinations, textures and design styles.
Progress Lighting’s Design Series is meant to
inspire individuals to update the favorite spaces
in their homes through fixtures that highlight
artistic influence, rich finishes and fashion
forward elements.
What’s next for JAM… as a successful, sought-after
interior and product designer with multiple home
décor licenses under his belt?
My firm has so many great projects underway in several fantastic places from Mexico to Denver, San Francisco, Austin, Nantucket, Aspen and more. We’re adding a new office in East Hampton and moving our west coast office to a new location in Santa Monica. I’m also working on designs for a new fabric collection and some new product that expands upon my current collaboration with Palecek.
I am looking forward to sharing my point of view with Progress Lighting’s wider audience. The Point Dume™ Collection is accessible, well crafted, modern lighting and I hope people will love the line as much as I do!
Jeffrey Alan Marks
About the dreamer and maker.
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Vice President of OEM sales and industry relations at MaxLite®
WHICH LAMPS (BULBS) WILL WORK ON WHICH DIMMERS?HOW DO I KNOW IF IT IS COMPATIBLE?
Quick Light Bulb Tips
With all of the options available to consumers and installers for various light bulbs and controls, it is easy to become confused about which bulbs can be properly controlled or dimmed by which dimmer.
Second, select a dimmer control that is designed to dim the type of bulb technology you are using.
Most newer dimmers will specify which type of load the dimmer is designed to control. The dimmer may state that it is designed for INCANDESCENT, CFL, or LED bulbs. For best results, it is recommended that you only utilize a dimmer designed specifically for the bulb type. For example, if you are using a LED bulb, be sure to utilize a dimmer that states it is designed for LED bulbs.
First, make sure that the bulb is dimmable
Dimming information should be clearly visible on the bulb packaging, website info, or datasheet. Bulb manufacturers typically provide a list of dimmers that are compatible with their specific bulb. Most bulbs that are NOT dimmable will have markings on the packaging or actual bulb itself that states “Not for use with dimmers.” With regards to LED bulb technology in particular, although just about all LED bulbs can be made to be dimmable, in certain cases to reduce prices, the dimmable features are removed in the product design.
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WHAT KIND OF BULBS DO I NEED TO USE TO ADD APP AND VOICE CONTROL TO MY LIGHTING?
The voice-enabled speakers such as Amazon’s Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Homekit typically have two kinds of lighting systems that can be controlled with their systems.
First, there are specific smart light bulbs that have smart technology embedded in them that allow the specific smart apps and voice-controls to dim and control individual light bulbs or groups of bulbs. A second way to add smart technology to your lighting is to utilize a smart switch or dimmer that itself can be controlled by the smart app or controls. In these types of systems, the dimmer/switch control is the only device that needs to be smart tech-enabled, and any dimmable bulb that is compatible with that specific smart dimmer can be used.
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INTERVIEW WITH
AMIEFRELINGBROWN
Designer. Muralist. Faux Finisher. Blogger. Brand Ambassador.
The Interview
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Images courtesy of Morrell Builders
“For all my jobs, I’m picking up Progress
Lighting,” says designer Amie Freling-
Brown, a design consultant for Morrell
Builders who decorates their model homes.
“They want something that’s eye catching and pretty ‘wow’ factor.”
For the model home at Greenpoint Trail,
which is located on a golf course in
Pittsford, New York, Amie chose fixtures
based on the story she created for the
home—something she does with every
model. “Here, it was Hampton Chic: Clean,
bright, comfortable, classic. Hamptons
style, but completely usable.”
Amie Freling-Brown claims all these titles, having built a career that has flowed from her creative passions.
“I come from a family of artists and very creative people,” says Brown, whose Rochester, New York, studio, Meme Hill, is an homage to her grandparents: Her maternal Italian grandfather, affectionately called Meme, was a woodworker who asked Amie to paint
his carved tulips, and her paternal grandmother, Grandma Hill, was an art teacher who always urged her to be creative.
We sat down with Amie to talk about how her multifaceted career has flourished in the 25 years since she started painting vintage furniture from weekend flea markets.
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WELCOME HOME
The Penn Collection Three-Light Chandelier
illuminates the foyer and stair hall. Amie
says she admired its polished style and
schoolhouse charm.
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How did you first get started?
After I graduated from college, I went to DC,
landing a job as an art director for Environment
magazine, but soon after, I craved more creative
and artistic liberty. I would shop the Georgetown
Flea Market on the weekends for potential
up-cyclables. Once I started painting furniture,
the commissions came rolling in. I would hurry up
and rush home from my desk job every day so I
could paint furniture and my handmade creations.
I eventually moved back to Rochester to open a
brick-and-mortar studio. I began exhibiting on the
craft-show circuit. I scoured garage and households
sales for perfect one-of-a-kind pieces.
One time at the Westport Craft Show, there was
a very unassuming woman in a baseball cap who
spent a lot of time in my booth. She carefully
examined everything while asking questions.
She asked me if I sold wholesale and handed
me her card. It turns out, she was a buyer from
Nordstrom! I painted everything for them—
glassware, vases, furniture, picture frames, flower
pots. I sold thousands and thousands of flower
pots over the years.
What was that first project that propelled you into
interior design?
In 2007, Scott Morrell [of Morrell Builders] came to
me through a mutual friend. His company had a house
on the local Homearama parade of homes that year,
and he said, ‘Can you help me pick out some colors
for this house?’ Before I knew it, I had designed this
whole six-bedroom house. And then he asked me to
furnish it! And pretty much everything evolved from
there. [Amie is currently the chief consultant for Inde,
a design center owned by Morrell Builders, and she
decorates all its model homes.]
“It turns out, she was a buyer from Nordstrom! I painted everything for them—glassware, vases, furniture, picture frames, flower pots.”
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You started your business prior to the advent of
social media. How did you discover what it could
do for you?
I’ve always tried to make my path. I tried out for HGTV
Design Star for three years in a row. Once, I made it
all the way to an on-camera interview, but I never
made it onto the show. I was ready to give up on
everything! But once I let that go, I thought, ‘I’m
just going to wait and see what door opens for
me,’ and in comes social media. I was very early to
Facebook, and got on Instagram in 2012. I started
posting what I was doing every day, and I would
tag the brands I was using, like Progress Lighting,
Sherwin Williams, Delta Faucets, Home Goods, and
Raymour & Flanigan. I also started my blog around
that time, and it all kind of snowballed from there.
Now I’m a brand ambassador for these brands and
others, sharing trends, how-to’s, my design insights,
and what’s new to the market.
“I only work with brands that I use and believe in that are quality and have good aesthetics.”
The Interview
How do you decide which brands to partner with?
I only work with brands that I use and believe
in, that are quality and have good aesthetics.
It’s super easy to promote and share the things
you love.
Who have been your most important mentors as
your business has evolved and grown?
My mentors are my parents. They taught both my
sister and me to work really hard. When we were
kids, we’d be clearing gutters, gardening, painting,
and building all kinds of stuff. We did it all growing
up, and I feel like that’s helped me as an adult. Now
we both run our own businesses. My sister, Jennifer,
is an extremely successful floral designer.
What does a typical day look like for you?
I get up and I make my bed. I have coffee, sit on
my comfy couch, answer emails and engage in
social media for about an hour. Then, I’m meeting
with clients, working on projects, and shopping.
Every day usually involves shopping! If a client
says, ‘I’m looking for a purple velvet pillow with
piping,’ I know where to find it. I have a black belt
in shopping.
ORGANICALLY ELEGANT
Amie chose pendants from the Turnbury
Collection for the kitchen island and dining
area. “I wanted to blend with this tall ceiling
and the beams, and bring the outdoors in by
introducing wood elements. The Turnbury
Collection seemed to encapsulate all of that.
They’re open and they’re bright and they’re
architectural-looking, and the scale is perfect.”
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What is your social media regimen?
Typically, I post around 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. I have really
good engagement at 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
People on the east coast have finished dinner and put
their children to bed, and people on the west coast
are just coming home from work. As for platforms,
I use Twitter for products or sharing projects, but
I’m partial to Instagram and Facebook. And I love
Pinterest! I source a lot of products and pin them
to my project boards. Pinterest is where people can
find my resources, ideas and current trends.
I never post the same picture all across the board;
Facebook is more local—and Instagram is world-
wide. I’ll share behind-the-scenes pictures on my
Instagram stories, and on my feed, people can see
what I’m looking at and what trends I’m following
and what I’m sourcing.
I pin the finished images of
my projects on Pinterest.
It’s a never-ending source
of information.
What would you say is the
single best way to attract
new customers?
You never know where your
next job is, so whether it’s
small or big, I give 150 percent! If you want to
pay me to look for pillows, I’m happy to do
that, and if you want me to design a multi-mil-
lion-dollar house, I’m all in. I never advertise,
I just do a good job. You never know where you’re
next customer is going to be, like with kids’ rooms.
I cannot tell you how many kids’ rooms I get
because all these kids Snapchat with each other
and tell their parents.
What keeps you going when things get tough
at work?
Coming home to my family, my house and my dog.
Sometimes it’s as simple as just being grateful for
what I have.
“I never advertise, I just do a good job.”
The Interview
MASTER DEGREE
The appropriately named Status
Collection Five-Light Chandelier and
Sconces unify the comfortably chic
bedroom and bathroom in the owners’
retreat. “I wanted the bedroom to
seem like a spa, so I went very light
and airy. I loved the shimmer and the
classic elements to [the fixtures],” she
says, adding: “I also do love a really
good drum shade.”
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As we move into a new year, we were eager to sit down with a few members of our product design team to learn which home trends will continue to dominate or evolve for 2019. In this Winter 2019 Trend Report, we address color, patterns, design styles and how lighting can help enhance each of these areas in the home!
WINTER 2019 TREND REPORT
New Home Trends On The Horizon
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Farmhouse Style Expands, Continues To Dominate
“The beauty of the farmhouse
style lies solely in its simplicity.
Everyday objects with clean
lines and classic design are
versatile and fluid throughout
the home and provide a
timeless look.
Farmhouse style can be
likened to good denim, worn
leather, or the favorite little
black dress because it never
goes out of style and just gets
better with age and wear.”
Featuring 2019 Gulliver Chandelier
Clockwise:
Metal Stool, White Sideboard,
Egg Basket
“Farmhouse style expands to
what many are calling ‘Modern
Farmhouse’—which emphasizes
simple décor. In this shift, the
design still focuses on comfort
and nostalgia, but there’s a bit
more restraint versus the over-
stuffi-fication that Farmhouse is
generally known for.”
DAVID PEEKDIRECTOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Sliding Found Doors
Gray Paint
Fresh Flowers
Glass Vessels
Winter Trends
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“There is something comforting
about all things traditional—like
pieces from the past that have
been carried forth into the here
and now. The beauty of the
traditional line is that it can be
paired with modern elements to
create a unique look that is all
your own.
Classic pieces that nod to the
past and fill the nostalgia need,
while at the same time fresh
and new when combined with a
modern tile, light fixture, or rug.”
Clean Lined Traditional Rises In Popularity
Featuring 2019
Stratham Chandelier
“Clean Lined Traditional is also
becoming more popular. This style
allows for the traditional lines and
shapes that we are familiar with,
with less ornamentation, making it
more modern and updated. A lot
of the trends we are seeing are
going more towards a minimal/
modern feel.”
ELIZA ALKIREPRODUCT DESIGNER
Velvet Sofa
Round Gold
Mirror Frame
Top: Beadboard
Bottom: Octagon
Floor Tile
Rubber Plant
Piano Stool Candle Sconce
Winter Trends
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“Black and gold have been
trending now for a couple of
years, but mainly at the upper
end of the ‘fashion’ market.
Black will continue to penetrate
into more mainstream styles in
all areas of the home’s interior.”
COLLEEN VISAGEVP, BRAND MANAGEMENT
“Black and gold have truly
stood the test of time when
it comes to color. The moody
depth that black brings
paired with the glamour of
gold creates an edgy yet soft
combination both in lighting
and environments. Black and
gold elements can create an
environment that is deep, rich
Black And Gold Becomes Mainstream
Featuring 2019
Landree Chandelier
and high end, while at the
same time creating a clean,
modern, and casual bungalow.
Whether you have black walls,
statement pieces and fancy
gold mirrors, or white walls,
gold fixtures and faucets, and
black accent pieces, the look
will always be on trend.”
Gold SilverwareBlack Orchids
Black Living Room
Black and Gold Tartan
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“Bold patterns, including geometric
and floral prints, are great sources
of inspiration. You don’t always see
them played out literally in fixed-wire
lighting since the fixtures are intended
to complement those patterns (versus
directly incorporating them).”
DAVID PEEKDIRECTOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
“Definitely, geometrics are popular.
I think we will start to see more
of this in the future with these
‘modern’ trends coming into play.”
ELIZA ALKIREPRODUCT DESIGNER
Bold, Geometric And Floral PatternsTake Stage
So how can individuals make a statement
through new lighting choices in the home,
while also adhering to their favorite
trends? Product curation still seems to
be a favorite way to incorporate
favorite pieces, finishes
and popular accents
together to create
a customized interior
design scheme.
According to Eliza,
she says the Progress
Lighting brand will continue
to introduce more exciting
products as these new trends
evolve over time – and we may
even see trends from the past
emerge with new updates!
Featuring 2019
Brandywine Pendant
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